2007 Audi A8 vs. 2011 Volvo V70

To start off, 2011 Volvo V70 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A8 would be higher. At 5,202 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 2011 Volvo V70. (235 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A8 weights approximately 342 kg more than 2011 Volvo V70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volvo V70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Audi A8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo V70. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo V70.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Audi A8 2011 Volvo V70
Make Audi Volvo
Model A8 V70
Year Released 2007 2011
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5202 cc 3192 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 444 HP 235 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 540 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1940 kg 1598 kg
Vehicle Length 5070 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1550 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2820 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.4 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 70 L


 

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